Patients with suspected eyelid allergic contact dermatitis can benefit from patch testing beyond common allergens.

WE REPORT FOUR CASES of eyelid dermatitis in women who were patch-tested with the standard tray of 65 allergens and their own products. All four women were found to be allergic to their own ...

This thinness can lead to fragility and sensitivity. “Eyelids are a common area for dermatologists to find allergic contact dermatitis, among other rashes,” said dermatologist Dr. David Li.

Sometimes, the skin disorder is localized to one place on your skin such as your eyelid or hand ... the specific allergen (substance that causes an allergic reaction) that is causing your dermatitis.

Eyelid dermatitis is an inflammatory condition with a broad differential. Allergic contact dermatitis is believed to be the most common type of eyelid dermatitis, having a prevalence of 34 to 74%.